Hybrid Lead Engineer – BA, Scrum, Data Intelligence

at Egon Zehnder

• Job title: Lead Engineer – BA, Scrum, Data Intelligence
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Azure, Cloud, Unity
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Gurugram, India

About the role

• Scrum Master + Business Analyst leading delivery excellence across AI, Data Engineering, and Data Science at Egon Zehnder. Collaborating on enterprise-wide projects to modernize data platforms and AI solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, reviews, retros, stand-ups) for AI, Data Engineering, and Data Science streams.
• Maintain high delivery velocity, clear sprint goals, and predictable throughput across multiple squads.
• Identify delivery risks early; manage dependencies, blockers, and cross-team integration issues.
• Track team KPIs (velocity, spillover, cycle time) and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure alignment with the overall AI/Data roadmap and architectural guardrails.
• Work closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into clear functional and technical requirements, especially for:
• Azure Databricks Data Platform modernization
• Azure AI Search & Vector Search capabilities
• GenAI use cases (summarization, search, copilots)
• EZ Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot extensions
• Create user stories, acceptance criteria, data flow specs, and feature definitions.
• Document end-to-end workflows, domain processes, and source–target mappings.
• Work with engineering leaders to refine backlog items and prioritize deliverables.
• Support UAT planning, user enablement, and version rollout coordination.
• Partner with the Data Architect, DS Manager, and Tech Leads to ensure designs align with our future-state architecture.
• Collaborate with security, compliance, and architecture forums to ensure alignment with firmwide guidelines.
• Track milestones, budget consumption, and project health for Data Intelligence (DE + DS).
• Drive communication with senior leadership and consulting teams on progress and upcoming releases.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in Scrum Master, Agile Delivery, or Business Analysis roles.
• Strong experience working with AI/ML teams, data engineering teams, or cloud platform projects.
• Solid understanding of Azure technologies, ideally:
• Azure Databricks & Unity Catalog
• Azure Data Lake
• Azure Machine Learning (optional)
• Azure AI Search / Vector Search
• Azure OpenAI Service
• Ability to write high-quality user stories, EPICs, process flows, and acceptance criteria.
• Proven record of running large programs with multiple dependencies.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in environments with GenAI or enterprise AI solutions is a strong plus.
• Certifications preferred: CSM, PSM, PMI-ACP, or IIBA/CBAP.

Benefits

• 5 Days working in a Fast-paced work environment
• Work directly with the senior management team
• Reward and Recognition
• Employee friendly policies
• Personal development and training
• Health Benefits, Accident Insurance